Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice

Are you looking for a meaningful career making a difference in our local communities? Are you passionate about health equity? Do you enjoy helping people?

Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center is one of the largest community health centers in Massachusetts serving Worcester, Framingham, Milford and the surrounding communities. We are a thriving and growing organization, and our team is expanding across sites to support this growth.

We are currently hiring a Dental Assistant based in Milford MA. The Dental Assistant will assist and collaborate with the Dentist in the delivery of dental care using aseptic techniques and following standards of infection control. As part of the team-based approach to care, the Dental Assistant I will participate in coordinating care for individual patients, will support patients and families in self-management, will engage in health center projects that are aimed at specific patient population needs, and will utilize effective and appropriate communication strategies, such as health literacy approaches when working with patients.

As an employer of choice, our inclusive workplace environment fosters teamwork, accountability and respect and supports the growth and development of each employee. We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace the richness of the diversity of our staff and community. You are a good fit for our team if you’re passionate about helping people live healthier lives and enjoy working in a supportive, team-based environment.

Job Summary:

• Verifies patient markers to determine that the correct patient is present for the dental appointment/procedure
• Adequately exposes and processes radiographs, ensuring diagnostic quality
• Adequately prepares the dental treatment room prior to each procedure, with full compliance in infection control protocols and guidelines
• Processes instruments, including disinfection, sterilization, and monitoring of sterilization dates. Maintains proper care of dental equipment according to manufacturer’s guidelines, and performs maintenance according to schedules set up by the Dental Department
• Conducts spore testing and documents to insure proper autoclave function and sterilization of instruments
• Maintains the log/schedule for dental office equipment maintenance according to the protocols set up in the Dental Department, and participates in the timely maintenance of this equipment on a daily, weekly, or biweekly schedule depending on the parameters set up by the department
• Demonstrates competency in four handed dentistry
• Maintains inventory supply control, tracking supply usage and recording low levels of supplies, and communicating this inventory with the Purchasing Coordinator
• Maintains confidentiality with patient information, complying with Health Center policies, HIPPA regulations, and Joint Commission standards
• Ensures proper documentation, including, but not limited to, consents and medical histories, is presented to the patient by procedure and subsequently processes these documents by scanning them into the dental record
• Records vital signs on all first time visits and before other procedures outlined by the Dental Department
• Demonstrates competency in performing minor laboratory procedures such as taking initial impressions and pouring up stone models
• Responsible for tracking lab cases; inputting departure and arrival dates, and logging other pertinent information that supports compliance to department protocols

Are you looking for a meaningful career? Are you passionate about health equity? Do you enjoy helping people?

Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center is one of the largest community health centers in Massachusetts serving Worcester, Framingham, Milford and the surrounding communities. We are a thriving and growing organization, and our team is expanding across sites to support this growth.

We are currently hiring a Medical Assistant based in Worcester. This position works with team members to provide high quality, safe, evidence-based care to pediatric and adult patients.

As an employer of choice, our inclusive workplace environment fosters teamwork, accountability and respect and supports the growth and development of each employee. We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace the richness of the diversity of our staff and community. You are a good fit for our team if you’re passionate about helping people live healthier lives and enjoy working in a supportive, team-based environment.

Essential Functions:

• Performs Office Visit Planning/reviews EHR prior to the start of the session and is part of a pre-visit huddle with team members
• Maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment for patients and visitors. Ensures exam rooms are kept clean, organized, and fully stocked
• Performs point-of-care testing, clinical procedures, and assessments according to Health Center policies and procedures
• Prepares patients for examinations, procedures, and treatments
• Assists providers and nurses in the collection, processing, and tracking of forms
• In collaboration with providers and the nurse manager, works with patient data to follow-up and track patient results
• Meets compliance and regulatory standards
• Participates in practice- and organization-wide training and quality improvement initiatives

We are looking for RN's to join our team at Kennedy Community Health!

Description:

The RN will collaborate with the health care team in the delivery of quality primary medical care for patients of all ages, races, and ethnicities.

Adhering to designated nursing procedures within the scope of training, RNs assess and treat and educate patients about various medical conditions. RNs also coordinate care and provide advice and emotional support to patients’ family members.

The RN is a member of the clinical practice team and works collaboratively with other team members in providing patient care.

As part of the team-based approach to care, the RN will participate in coordinating care for individual patients, will support patients and families in self-management, through evidenced-based approaches as may be appropriate, will engage in health center projects that are aimed at specific patient population needs, and will utilize effective and appropriate communication strategies, such as health literacy approaches when working with patients.

We are looking for Registered Dental Hygienists to join our team at Kennedy Community Health!

Description:

The Dental Hygienist will provide oral, prophylaxis, scaling/root planing, and polishing teeth, instructing patients in good oral hygiene habits and prevention strategies. The Dental Hygienist is a member of the clinical practice team and works collaboratively with other team members in providing patient care. As part of

the team-based approach to care, the Dental Hygienist will participate in coordinating care for individual patients. Dental Hygienist will support patients and families in self-management, through evidenced-based approaches, will engage in health center projects that are aimed at specific patient population needs, and will utilize effective and appropriate communication strategies, such as health literacy approaches when working with patients.

We are looking for LPN's to join our team at Kennedy Community Health!

Description:

The LPN will collaborate with the health care team in the delivery of quality primary medical care for patients of all ages, races, and ethnicities.

Adhering to designated nursing procedures within the scope of training, LPNs assess and treat and educate patients about various medical conditions. LPNs also coordinate care and provide advice and emotional support to patients’ family members.

The LPN is a member of the clinical practice team and works collaboratively with other team members in providing patient care.

As part of the team-based approach to care, the LPN will participate in coordinating care for individual patients, will support patients and families in self-management, through evidenced-based approaches as may be appropriate, will engage in health center projects that are aimed at specific patient population needs, and will utilize effective and appropriate communication strategies, such as health literacy approaches when working with patients.

Summary

Physicians at Kennedy Community Health provide outpatient-only medical services, as well as perform other duties in accordance with funding agency requirements and contractual agreements. Our clinical teams are comprised of family physicians, internists, pediatricians and advanced practitioners working in tandem with other clinical and support staff to provide quality care. We also have medical interpreters on site and utilize telephonic interpreters as needed.

Full-time physicians are scheduled for eight clinical sessions and two administrative sessions each week.

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Provides medical care to patients with acute medical problems, chronic illnesses, or requesting preventive health services.
• Examines patients, formulates diagnostic plans, and orders diagnostic testing. Interprets examination findings and test results and implements treatment plans.
• Provides medical care and performs procedures within the scope of reproductive/pregnancy health including IUD and Nexplanon insertions and removals, cervical examinations, and when appropriate providing prenatal care to pregnant patients.
• Determines the need for consultation and assists in medical care and treatment provided by other specialists. Participates in other care procedures according to training and demonstrated ability.
• Prescribes and assesses effectiveness of pharmaceuticals, other medications and treatment regimens as appropriate for patient’s medical conditions.
• Meets the Health Center’s annual productivity goal.
• Maintains and updates Electronic Health Records (EHR) in a systematic format and completes required documentation within 48 hours.
• Participate in after hours and Weekend call on a rotating basis according to the schedule assigned by the Medical Director.

Job Summary: The Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive primary care to patients within an assigned outpatient primary care and/or school-based health center location. Coordinates care of patients under the supervision of a Board Certified physician. Acts as a member of the clinical team and works collaboratively with other team members in providing patient care. Follows evidenced-based approaches. Engages in health center projects and quality improvement, and utilizes effective and appropriate communication strategies when working with patients and colleagues.

Essential Functions:

1. Delivers direct primary care and preventative services to assigned children, adolescent, and adult patients. Develops therapeutic plans of care for prevention, management, and maintenance of good health for patients. Provides health education and counseling patients.
2. Provides care for Acute and Chronic Illness and Urgent Care services, which includes assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of illness.
3. Works closely with multidisciplinary team and instructs and assists other team members in management of patient care.
4. Follows established practice standards and current evidence-based clinical practices and guidelines.
5. Provides care related to prenatal/postnatal services and care for uncomplicated pregnancies, in conjunction with physician partners, as delineated and approved for in request for clinical privileges. Provides family planning counseling and services.
6. Adheres to established protocols, responds to medical emergencies within the facility assigned.
7. Consults with physician partner and refers patients with more complex/dynamic problems to subspecialty care, as appropriate.
8. Maintains and updates Electronic Health Records (EHR) in a systematic format and completes required documentation within the specified amount of time expected by the Clinical Director.
9. Ensures that patient records are kept confidential consistent with Health Center policies and procedures, Joint Commission, and HIPAA standards. Monitors HIPAA compliance within the work environment.
10. Attends trainings, weekly Provider and Team meetings, and collaborates on practice, administrative, and quality improvement projects, as assigned by Clinical Director
11. Provides clinical supervision and mentoring to Nurse Practitioner, Medical, and Physician Assistant students by mutual agreement with the Clinical Director.
12. May work a fluctuating schedule, including days, evenings, weekend shifts, and holidays according to schedule approved by Clinical Director.
13. Supports a work environment that is responsible and sensitive to the needs of a diverse staff and clients. Contributes to the professional team, supporting our Mission Statement.
14. Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements:

Frequently sitting, standing, and walking during clinical day. Required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Routinely involves exposure to blood, bodily fluids or tissues. Routinely involves exposure to patients that may potentially carry an air-borne pathogen.

Patient Age Group Served:

Neonates (Under 1 Month)

Pediatric (1 Month to 12 Years)

Adolescence (12-17 Years)

Adult (18-64 Years)

Geriatric (65+ Years)

Are you looking for a meaningful career making a difference in our local communities? Are you passionate about health equity? Do you enjoy helping people?

Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center is one of the largest community health centers in Massachusetts serving Worcester, Framingham, Milford and the surrounding communities. We are a thriving and growing organization, and our team is expanding across sites to support this growth.

We are currently hiring a Dental Assistant based in Milford MA. The Dental Assistant will assist and collaborate with the Dentist in the delivery of dental care using aseptic techniques and following standards of infection control. As part of the team-based approach to care, the Dental Assistant I will participate in coordinating care for individual patients, will support patients and families in self-management, will engage in health center projects that are aimed at specific patient population needs, and will utilize effective and appropriate communication strategies, such as health literacy approaches when working with patients.

As an employer of choice, our inclusive workplace environment fosters teamwork, accountability and respect and supports the growth and development of each employee. We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace the richness of the diversity of our staff and community. You are a good fit for our team if you’re passionate about helping people live healthier lives and enjoy working in a supportive, team-based environment.

Job Summary:

• Verifies patient markers to determine that the correct patient is present for the dental appointment/procedure
• Adequately exposes and processes radiographs, ensuring diagnostic quality
• Adequately prepares the dental treatment room prior to each procedure, with full compliance in infection control protocols and guidelines
• Processes instruments, including disinfection, sterilization, and monitoring of sterilization dates. Maintains proper care of dental equipment according to manufacturer’s guidelines, and performs maintenance according to schedules set up by the Dental Department
• Conducts spore testing and documents to insure proper autoclave function and sterilization of instruments
• Maintains the log/schedule for dental office equipment maintenance according to the protocols set up in the Dental Department, and participates in the timely maintenance of this equipment on a daily, weekly, or biweekly schedule depending on the parameters set up by the department
• Demonstrates competency in four handed dentistry
• Maintains inventory supply control, tracking supply usage and recording low levels of supplies, and communicating this inventory with the Purchasing Coordinator
• Maintains confidentiality with patient information, complying with Health Center policies, HIPPA regulations, and Joint Commission standards
• Ensures proper documentation, including, but not limited to, consents and medical histories, is presented to the patient by procedure and subsequently processes these documents by scanning them into the dental record
• Records vital signs on all first time visits and before other procedures outlined by the Dental Department
• Demonstrates competency in performing minor laboratory procedures such as taking initial impressions and pouring up stone models
• Responsible for tracking lab cases; inputting departure and arrival dates, and logging other pertinent information that supports compliance to department protocols

Are you looking for a meaningful career? Are you passionate about health equity? Do you enjoy helping people?

Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center is one of the largest community health centers in Massachusetts serving Worcester, Framingham, Milford and the surrounding communities. We are a thriving and growing organization, and our team is expanding across sites to support this growth.

We are currently hiring a Medical Assistant based in Worcester. This position works with team members to provide high quality, safe, evidence-based care to pediatric and adult patients.

As an employer of choice, our inclusive workplace environment fosters teamwork, accountability and respect and supports the growth and development of each employee. We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace the richness of the diversity of our staff and community. You are a good fit for our team if you’re passionate about helping people live healthier lives and enjoy working in a supportive, team-based environment.

Essential Functions:

• Performs Office Visit Planning/reviews EHR prior to the start of the session and is part of a pre-visit huddle with team members
• Maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment for patients and visitors. Ensures exam rooms are kept clean, organized, and fully stocked
• Performs point-of-care testing, clinical procedures, and assessments according to Health Center policies and procedures
• Prepares patients for examinations, procedures, and treatments
• Assists providers and nurses in the collection, processing, and tracking of forms
• In collaboration with providers and the nurse manager, works with patient data to follow-up and track patient results
• Meets compliance and regulatory standards
• Participates in practice- and organization-wide training and quality improvement initiatives

We are looking for RN's to join our team at Kennedy Community Health!

Description:

The RN will collaborate with the health care team in the delivery of quality primary medical care for patients of all ages, races, and ethnicities.

Adhering to designated nursing procedures within the scope of training, RNs assess and treat and educate patients about various medical conditions. RNs also coordinate care and provide advice and emotional support to patients’ family members.

The RN is a member of the clinical practice team and works collaboratively with other team members in providing patient care.

As part of the team-based approach to care, the RN will participate in coordinating care for individual patients, will support patients and families in self-management, through evidenced-based approaches as may be appropriate, will engage in health center projects that are aimed at specific patient population needs, and will utilize effective and appropriate communication strategies, such as health literacy approaches when working with patients.

We are looking for Registered Dental Hygienists to join our team at Kennedy Community Health!

Description:

The Dental Hygienist will provide oral, prophylaxis, scaling/root planing, and polishing teeth, instructing patients in good oral hygiene habits and prevention strategies. The Dental Hygienist is a member of the clinical practice team and works collaboratively with other team members in providing patient care. As part of

the team-based approach to care, the Dental Hygienist will participate in coordinating care for individual patients. Dental Hygienist will support patients and families in self-management, through evidenced-based approaches, will engage in health center projects that are aimed at specific patient population needs, and will utilize effective and appropriate communication strategies, such as health literacy approaches when working with patients.

We are looking for LPN's to join our team at Kennedy Community Health!

Description:

The LPN will collaborate with the health care team in the delivery of quality primary medical care for patients of all ages, races, and ethnicities.

Adhering to designated nursing procedures within the scope of training, LPNs assess and treat and educate patients about various medical conditions. LPNs also coordinate care and provide advice and emotional support to patients’ family members.

The LPN is a member of the clinical practice team and works collaboratively with other team members in providing patient care.

As part of the team-based approach to care, the LPN will participate in coordinating care for individual patients, will support patients and families in self-management, through evidenced-based approaches as may be appropriate, will engage in health center projects that are aimed at specific patient population needs, and will utilize effective and appropriate communication strategies, such as health literacy approaches when working with patients.

Summary

Physicians at Kennedy Community Health provide outpatient-only medical services, as well as perform other duties in accordance with funding agency requirements and contractual agreements. Our clinical teams are comprised of family physicians, internists, pediatricians and advanced practitioners working in tandem with other clinical and support staff to provide quality care. We also have medical interpreters on site and utilize telephonic interpreters as needed.

Full-time physicians are scheduled for eight clinical sessions and two administrative sessions each week.

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Provides medical care to patients with acute medical problems, chronic illnesses, or requesting preventive health services.
• Examines patients, formulates diagnostic plans, and orders diagnostic testing. Interprets examination findings and test results and implements treatment plans.
• Provides medical care and performs procedures within the scope of reproductive/pregnancy health including IUD and Nexplanon insertions and removals, cervical examinations, and when appropriate providing prenatal care to pregnant patients.
• Determines the need for consultation and assists in medical care and treatment provided by other specialists. Participates in other care procedures according to training and demonstrated ability.
• Prescribes and assesses effectiveness of pharmaceuticals, other medications and treatment regimens as appropriate for patient’s medical conditions.
• Meets the Health Center’s annual productivity goal.
• Maintains and updates Electronic Health Records (EHR) in a systematic format and completes required documentation within 48 hours.
• Participate in after hours and Weekend call on a rotating basis according to the schedule assigned by the Medical Director.

Job Summary: The Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive primary care to patients within an assigned outpatient primary care and/or school-based health center location. Coordinates care of patients under the supervision of a Board Certified physician. Acts as a member of the clinical team and works collaboratively with other team members in providing patient care. Follows evidenced-based approaches. Engages in health center projects and quality improvement, and utilizes effective and appropriate communication strategies when working with patients and colleagues.

Essential Functions:

1. Delivers direct primary care and preventative services to assigned children, adolescent, and adult patients. Develops therapeutic plans of care for prevention, management, and maintenance of good health for patients. Provides health education and counseling patients.
2. Provides care for Acute and Chronic Illness and Urgent Care services, which includes assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of illness.
3. Works closely with multidisciplinary team and instructs and assists other team members in management of patient care.
4. Follows established practice standards and current evidence-based clinical practices and guidelines.
5. Provides care related to prenatal/postnatal services and care for uncomplicated pregnancies, in conjunction with physician partners, as delineated and approved for in request for clinical privileges. Provides family planning counseling and services.
6. Adheres to established protocols, responds to medical emergencies within the facility assigned.
7. Consults with physician partner and refers patients with more complex/dynamic problems to subspecialty care, as appropriate.
8. Maintains and updates Electronic Health Records (EHR) in a systematic format and completes required documentation within the specified amount of time expected by the Clinical Director.
9. Ensures that patient records are kept confidential consistent with Health Center policies and procedures, Joint Commission, and HIPAA standards. Monitors HIPAA compliance within the work environment.
10. Attends trainings, weekly Provider and Team meetings, and collaborates on practice, administrative, and quality improvement projects, as assigned by Clinical Director
11. Provides clinical supervision and mentoring to Nurse Practitioner, Medical, and Physician Assistant students by mutual agreement with the Clinical Director.
12. May work a fluctuating schedule, including days, evenings, weekend shifts, and holidays according to schedule approved by Clinical Director.
13. Supports a work environment that is responsible and sensitive to the needs of a diverse staff and clients. Contributes to the professional team, supporting our Mission Statement.
14. Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements:

Frequently sitting, standing, and walking during clinical day. Required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Routinely involves exposure to blood, bodily fluids or tissues. Routinely involves exposure to patients that may potentially carry an air-borne pathogen.

Patient Age Group Served:

Neonates (Under 1 Month)

Pediatric (1 Month to 12 Years)

Adolescence (12-17 Years)

Adult (18-64 Years)

Geriatric (65+ Years)